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SOLD FOR $475,000

Listed at $419,000 · Sold 13.4% above asking · Closed January 19, 2021

153 E 57TH Street #2E
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Closed For Sale Co-op

$419,000

153 E 57TH Street #2E

Midtown East, Manhattan

GOTHAM TOWNE HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10656428

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $986/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown East
Floor 2 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 20
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Exposure South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets CatsOk
Cross Street Lexington Avenue & Third Avenue
Year Built 1959
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1312-0028-00153-000-000002E

Description

Application Submitted: Space, light and a queen size bedroom are featured in this comfortable, south-facing Junior One. The 7 ft. by 7 ft. kitchen with hardwood cabinetry, granite counters and stainless appliances may be opened to create a pass-through to the dining area: excellent for entertaining. The original tile bathroom, with vessel sink and updated vanity is in excellent condition. And as a convenience, a single-size closet was converted to a home office/workspace. As per the managing agent, FirstService Residential, all Gotham Town House appointments must be registered by no later than 4 pm on Fridays. Built in 1959 and converted in 1986, Gotham Towne House is an outstanding, full-time doorman co-op with high shareholder ownership, IMPECCABLE FINANCIALS, subleasing for up to FIVE YEARS, an elegant renovated lobby, BuildingLink with resident email notification, natural gas, a large updated laundry with card system, suitcase storage, bike room and a 24 hour parking garage. MAINTENANCE INCLUDES ALL UTILITIES (no electric bill for the AC), is 60% TAX DEDUCTIBLE with a discounted Spectrum cable package (includes Wi-Fi and HBO). Co-purchasing and pied a terre ownership are permitted. The Co-op?s pet policy welcomes cats (but sorry, not dogs). Gotham is in the center of everything the East Fifties and Sixties have to offer: Whole Foods, 3 Equinox health clubs, Home Depot, a 24 hr. Duane Reade pharmacy and market, dozens of Citi Bikes and the subway hub for all East side and West side trains just 2 blocks away. Please note: there is a short-term assessment of $54.51/mo., ending in January.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building GOTHAM TOWNE HOUSE
Total Units 188
Stories 20

Financial Details

Maintenance $986/mo
Original Price $475,000
Sale Price $475,000

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that serves as the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and charming side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

Midtown East Live Market Data

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Active Listings

219

Median Asking Price

$1.73M

Median $/Sqft

$1,672

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$1.31M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/25/26, 5:44 AM EST

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153 E 57TH Street #2E, Midtown East, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue & Third Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10656428
First Listed: 8/8/2020
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 1/19/2021
Contract Date: 8/8/2020

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Brian Philpott

Listing Contact: (917) 757-5503

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